As a parent, you’re used to being the first call in a crisis. But once your child turns 18, the law views them as an adult—meaning you may no longer have access to their medical information or the authority to make important decisions if something goes wrong. In Hawaiʻi, this shift can come as a shock to parents of college students or young adults living away from home. Without the proper legal documents, doctors may be prohibited from discussing your child’s condition or all